The Vampire's Mail Order Bride: Nocturne Falls, Book 1

After seeing her maybe-mobster boss murder a guy, Delaney James assumes a new identity and pretends to be a mail order bride. She finds her groom-to-be living in a town that celebrates Halloween every day. Weird. But not as weird as what she doesn't know. Her groom-to-be is a 400-year-old vampire.

Miss Frost Solves a Cold Case: Jayne Frost, Book 1

Jayne Frost is a winter elf, Jack Frost's daughter, Santa Claus's niece, heir to the Winter Throne, and now private investigator. Needing someone he can trust, her father sends her to Nocturne Falls to find out why employees at a toy store are going missing. Doing that requires getting to know the town, which leads to interesting encounters with a sexy vampire, an old flame, and an elevator that's strictly off-limits. The more Jayne finds out, the more questions she has, but the answers lead her deeper into danger.

Fashionably Dead

Vampyres don't exist. They absolutely do not exist. At least I didn't think they did 'til I tried to quit smoking and ended up Undead. Who in the hell did I screw over in a former life that my getting healthy equates with dead? Now I'm a Vampyre. Yes, we exist whether we want to or not. However, I have to admit, the perks aren't bad. My girls no longer jiggle, my ass is higher than a kite, and the latest Prada keeps finding its way to my wardrobe.

Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs: Half-Moon Hollow, Book 1

Maybe it was the Shenanigans gift certificate that put her over the edge. When children's librarian and self-professed nice girl Jane Jameson is fired by her beastly boss and handed $25 in potato skins instead of a severance check, she goes on a bender that's sure to become Half Moon Hollow legend. On her way home, she's mistaken for a deer, shot, and left for dead.

How (Not) to Kiss a Toad

Life isn't always sweet for magical baker, Cindy Eller. All her life she's been cursed - every man she's ever kissed has turned into a toad. Love isn't likely to come her way. If that weren't a big enough problem, her "curse" has come to the attention of the Council of Magic and she may never be able to use her powers. Enter the perfect man - handsome, sweet, and loves food just as much as Cindy does. It would seem to be a match made in Heaven, or is it?

Switching Hour: Magic and Mayhem Book One

Released from the magic pokey and paroled with limited power is enough to make any witch grumpy. However, if you throw in a recently resurrected cat, a lime-green Kia, and a sexy egotistical werewolf, it's enough to make a gal fly off the edge. Not to mention a mission...with no freaking directions. So here I sit in Asscrack, West Virginia, trying to figure out how to complete my mysterious mission before All Hallows Eve when I'll get turned into a mortal.

The Accidental Werewolf: Accidentally Friends, Book 1

When Marty Andrews gets bitten by a mangy mutt while walking her teacup poodle, her blond hair darkens, the hair on her legs starts growing at an alarming rate, and her mood swings put her dream job as a sales rep for Bobbie-Sue Cosmetics in serious jeopardy. Then a drool-worthy man shows up at her door claiming that he accidentally bit Marty. And since he's a werewolf, she is now, too. Thinking Keegan Flaherty is clearly insane, Marty refuses to believe a word until a kidnapping makes her realize there's more at stake than just her highlights.

Karma Inc.: A Paranormal Romantic Comedy

There comes a day when enough is really, truthfully, enough already. For Kelly and Esmeralda, two snarky single witches, that day was yesterday. After applying their witchcraft to dish out a little magical payback, they realize they have a penchant for the dark art of revenge. And who's to say a witch can't make a few bucks with a talent like that?

How to Date a Werewolf: Rylie Cruz, Book 1

As the owner of Get a Mate Dating Service, Rylie is more than happy to step in and lend a hand to lonely lycanthropic hearts all over town. No matter how hopeless Rylie might be in finding her own soul mate, she has a knack for helping others find theirs. Convinced that she is stuck with a family curse, Rylie is positive she will never find her true love. But when drool-worthy Jack Chandler shows up at her door, Rylie wonders if maybe the curse is finally broken.

Forever Charmed: The Halloween LaVeau Series, Book 1

Halloween LaVeau is descended from a long line of witches. Yes, her name is Halloween. The cosmic universe is definitely playing some kind of sick joke on her. She's the ultimate witch cliche, complete with a black cat and spooky house. Thank heavens she's missing the warts and flying broom. When Halloween inherits her great aunt's manor, she decides to put the house to good use as a bed and breakfast. Her first guest is the sinfully good-looking Nicolas Marcos, but he's not here for the continental breakfast.

Spirits, Stilettos, and a Silver Bustier: Pyper Rayne, Volume 1

All Pyper Rayne - medium and coffee shop owner - wanted was the perfect vintage dress. What she got was a dead shop owner and a sexy ghost who's suddenly everywhere - at her shop, in her car, and even lounging in her bedroom. But he's not just any ghost. He's a witch and able to appear in solid form...sometimes. If only he'd stop disappearing on her.

The Last Challenge: Northern Witches, Book 1

Lauren Rutherford knows she is many things: a failed baker, an orphan, and a computer programmer. She also suspects she is ever so slightly nuts given that she often has conversations with her multiple personalities, and Bad Luck is a man who seems to enjoy tormenting her at every opportunity.

Publisher's Summary

Goldie Locke, of the Three Baehrs Magical Law firm, has spent the last several months putting together a special preserve for endangered Magical creatures. She finally has a space where she can protect the last remnants that have survived the separation from Faerie. She is also caring for her critically ill stepmother, Gwyn, and her young brother - the spitting image of her murdered father. With her own well-being also hanging in the balance, she just doesn't have time to plan the wedding of the century.

Everything changes on the fateful day that Death threatens to take the person she loves most in the world. In that instant, Goldie's whole world changes - her goals, her dreams, and her ambitions are all focused on finding the cure to the mysterious malady that is attacking the Magical Community.

What made the experience of listening to Baehrly Alive the most enjoyable?

I liked the way Ms. Carpenter was able to bring out Goldie's youthfulness but at the same was able to show Goldie was a grown up.

What did you like best about this story?

It was a twist on the Goldielocks and the 3 Bears story.

What does Michele Carpenter bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I love listening to Ms. Carpenter narrate books. She has a way of drawing you into the story. I also enjoy the music that is at the beginning and the end of each book. Ms. Carpenter writes and performs those songs. Very lovely!

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

While I didn't have an extreme reaction to this book per se, I was saddened by Goldie's loss. Won't spoil it but sad none the less.

Any additional comments?

Baehrly Alive is book 3 in the Goldie Locke and the Were Bear series. I haven't read books 1 or 2 yet so I felt like I was missing some of the back story. I'm positive that if I had read these books in order, I would have enjoyed this book even more. Ms. Carpenter's narration again was spot on. Also, as mentioned above, Ms. Carpenter is a very talented musician and her songs enhance the feeling of the book. I would like to listen to more of the books in this series.

Magical creatures such as unicorns, dragons, and a zombie chicken named Fred. What's not to love. For me this was a nice, fun and cozy listen as it reminded me of...well, my critters. My cat listened to this one with me and she also gives this story four paws. Although I listened to the story out-of-order, starting with book three, I still found it whimsical and fun.

There was a lot going on in this story and some of it was hard for me to follow without listening to the other stories however, I loved it and would love to start at the beginning of the series. It was cute and witty and very entertaining. Goldie is a healer and an Earth witch with magical creatures as familiars and she meets Death.

About the narrator : Michele Carpenter made this audiobook super fun. She's an exceptionally talented voice actor. She's super articulate with the character's voices and has great voice inflections. She made this audiobook fun to listen to.

A sweet little Faerie Tale about Goldie Locke, a healer trying to save her family members from dying. Goldie is trying to save all the creatures as well. Through out her trials Goldie meets Death. First meeting Death in her dreams or so she thought & then in life. Goldie has so many obstacles to overcome as she does her best to save everyone.

I thought the author, Elizabeth A Reeves did a great job writing this tale. It was fun & exciting and even had me shedding a few tears. I really felt bad for Goldie (the main character). The narrator did a good job too, with her multiple voices and adding excitement in just the right places! All in all the story was quite entertaining and a lot of fun!